The US Secret Service found a “suspicious” hunting stand within sight of the Air Force One landing zone ahead of the president’s arrival in Florida over the weekend, FBI Director Kash Patel said, adding no one was at the stand.

Federal authorities are investigating a potential security threat after a hunting stand was found in a tree near an airport in Florida where Air Force One lands and takes off.

Secret Service agents found and removed a hunting stand aimed at Trump’s arrival point in Palm Beach, prompting FBI investigation and increased security.

US President Donald Trump boarded Air Force One using a smaller, internal staircase at Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) on Sunday, according to a White House official. The use of the "small steps" was attributed to "increased security measures" following the discovery of a potential threat near the airport.

Over the years, Air Force One and #TrumpForceOne have been spotted in West Palm Beach, Florida, where spectators can watch landings and take a selfie.